Join Us for GMS Raffle Basket Night- Friday, March 13
Our GMS Raffle Basket Night is scheduled for Friday, March 13, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Gym.
Raffle tickets will be sold for 1 for $1, 6 for $5 and 15 for $10.00 - cash or checks only. Winning tickets will picked at 7:00 p.m. You do not need to be present to win. Here is a list of some of our donations. Money raised from this event will help support a variety of student activities and needs at GMS. Thank you for your support!
Reminder: Student Activity Night Permission Slips Due!
Our next Student Activity Night is Tuesday, March 17, from 5:00-7:00pm at GMS. It is sponsored and organized by GMS Athletics. For this Activity Night, parents/guardians need to fill out THIS DIGITAL PERMISSION SLIP. Paper copies will not be available. In order for students to attend, a permission slip must be submitted, and they must pay a $5 entrance fee upon arrival at Student Activity Night. Only GMS students may attend.
Student Activity Nights are great opportunities for students to have a night of fun with their friends as they play activities, like dodgeball and Bingo, and dance the night away. We hope to see many students there!
Dates for future Students Activity Nights are:
Tuesday, April 28: 5:00-7:00pm
Our GMS Raffle Basket Night is scheduled for Friday, March 13, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Gym.
Raffle tickets will be sold for 1 for $1, 6 for $5 and 15 for $10.00 - cash or checks only. Winning tickets will picked at 7:00 p.m. You do not need to be present to win. Here is a list of some of our donations. Money raised from this event will help support a variety of student activities and needs at GMS. Thank you for your support!
Dear GMS Families:
Our next Student Activity Night is Tuesday, March 17, from 5:00-7:00pm at GMS. GMS Athletics is sponsoring this specific activity night. If you are the parent/guardian of a GMS student who has played at least one sport this year: We are in need of your help to make this specific Student Activity Night possible. If you are interested in volunteering to supervise the event and/or run activities, please fill out THIS FORM. You may reach out to Ms. Dominguez (sarah.laufer@greendaleschools.org) or Mr. Del Ponte (chris.delponte@greendaleschools.org) if you have any questions.
Thank you!
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Chris Del Ponte
Associate Principal
Greendale Middle School
Phone: (414) 423-2800 Ext. 3020
March is designated as Youth Art Month and our Greendale Schools' student artists are showcasing the creativity, talent, and hard work that comes with creating works of art. The Greendale Public Library has a selected display of artwork from all of the Greendale schools. These works will be at the library through the month of March only. Please visit the art show and share this experience with your family.
GMS Fundraiser- Tuesday, March 3 at Mountain Mike's Pizza
We have our next dine-out fundraiser on Tuesday, March 3, with Mountain Mike’s Pizza in
Greenfield. This is an all-day fundraising opportunity. Please present this flier when you go to
Mountain Mike’s on March 3. Thank you for your support.
Time 4 Learning (4K) Registration is underway NOW!
Don’t wait until the last minute! Securing your spot early helps us plan for the best possible classroom experience. Registration for 4K for the 2026-2027 school year has been open and families may still register; however, at this time the opportunity to request the AM or PM session may be limited. Complete registration information is posted on the Time 4 Learning website.
Buy tickets NOW for the Spring Musical
Tickets are on sale NOW for the Spring 2026 Musical - Chicago! March 13, 14, 20 & 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., March 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Greendale High School. Click here to purchase tickets.
We also want to extend a special thank you to our sponsor, BBQ Supply Company in Greendale, for their generous donation of the medals for last week's competition. We appreciate your support of our talented students!
Crafts & Conversations -- An event for Middle School Students
Join us for a fun, FREE after school event for Middle Schoolers to cultivate conversations and create a craft on Tuesday, March 3 , 2026 3:15-4:30 p.m. in the Greendale Middle School Cafeteria (MPR). This activity night is for students, caring adults are invited to attend. Registration needed, a limited number of reservations available. Supplies are ready for the first 100 registrants. A waiting list will be created for registrations after the first 100. You will be contacted if your family is on the waiting list. Contact Contact Middle School Counselor Erin Koplitz at erin.koplitz@greendaleschools.org or (414) 423-2800 ext. 3102 with questions. If you are registered and can no longer attend, please contact Erin.
Join us TONIGHT for a community conversation on Executive Functioning Skills for Students -- Tuesday, February 10, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Hose Tower.
Community Alliance, Greendale Schools and the Greendale Public Health Department are teaming up to discuss the executive functioning skills we all need for success. Find out what these essential skills may look like based on a child’s age: planning, time management, task initiation, organization, problem solving, flexibility, working memory, emotional control, impulse control, attentional control and self monitoring. Registration recommended. Use this link or call the Greendale Health Department at 414-423-2110.
Greendale Schools and Brush Box present Crafts & Conversations Night -- An event for Middle School Students
Join us for a fun, FREE after school event for Middle Schoolers to cultivate conversations and create a craft on Tuesday, March 3 , 2026 3:15-4:30 p.m. in the Greendale Middle School Cafeteria (MPR). This activity night is for students, caring adults are invited to attend. Registration needed, a limited number of reservations available. Supplies are ready for the first 100 registrants. A waiting list will be created for registrations after the first 100. You will be contacted if your family is on the waiting list. Contact Contact Middle School Counselor Erin Koplitz at erin.koplitz@greendaleschools.org or (414) 423-2800 ext. 3102 with questions. If you are registered and can no longer attend, please contact Erin.
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEB. 12! Get in on 2026 Black History Month Essay & Art Contest
To recognize Black History Month, Greendale students are invited to explore the profound impact of Black scientists, researchers, and inventors who have shaped American history through their brilliance and perseverance. This year’s contest highlights the contributions of "Black thinkers" whose innovations—from the stars above to the toys in our backyards—have solved global problems and inspired generations. Students are asked to respond to the prompts shared on this document and create an original essay or artwork reflecting on what the words of these individuals mean to them personally or how they are inspired by this individual’s work or words. Submissions are now due on February 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. to the school office. Awards will be presented at the Black History Month Community Connections celebration on Thursday, February 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Highland View.
GMS Student Activity Night is tonight, 5pm to 7pm.
This is a great opportunity for students to have a night of fun with their friends as they play activities, like dodgeball and Bingo, and dance the night away! Students will need to bring $5 along with the permission slip (which can be found in last week's GMS Weekly).
Hope to see you there!
This is a friendly reminder that we are bringing a coffee cart to Greendale Middle School in February! This special treat will provide our middle school teachers and staff with a specialty coffee during the school day as a small thank-you for all they do.
This is a fun and simple way for parents and guardians to give back and show appreciation.
We provided the QR codes to send a donation to your school of choice or use one of the options below to make an online donation. You may also send cash or a check to the office. Please be sure to indicate “Greendale Middle School” in the memo and submit donations by February 3. Any additional funds raised will support other Greendale Middle School events and staff appreciation efforts.
Donation Options:
Venmo: @AMCoffeeCo
CashApp: $aaronhale50
PayPal: paypal.me/amcoffeeco
Thank you for helping us spread some cheer and support our amazing GMS staff!
Order NOW - Greendale St. Patrick's Day Apparel
The Greendale School Store will be offering one final chance to place your pre-order for Greendale x St. Patricks Day Apparel! The online store will close THIS Sunday at midnight. If you'd like to support the Greendale DECA Program and show your School Spirit, feel free to place your order today! https://bsg.chipply.com/greendalestpattys/
GHS Educators Rising is collecting Personal Hygiene and Toiletry items for people in need in our community ,now through February 9, 2026. Donations will be delivered to local community organizations, including Greendale's own Caring Closet to help families in need. Full- and travel-side items are needed, including: Soap & Body Wash, Deodorant, Feminine Hygiene products, Lip Balm, Lotion, Shampoo, Toothbrushes and Toothpaste.
Bring your items to any Greendale school office or donate funds to the drive through Classmunity. All funds will be used to purchase hygiene items for those in need.
Seventeen students participated in the annual GMS Spelling Bee. The winning speller advances to the regional competition in Pewaukee next month. "Fiberglass" was her winning word! Congratulations to everyone who participated.
Spread Some Cheer Through Coffee
This is a friendly reminder that we are bringing a coffee cart to Greendale Middle School in February! This special treat will provide our middle school teachers and staff with a specialty coffee during the school day as a small thank-you for all they do.
This is a fun and simple way for parents and guardians to give back and show appreciation.
Click HERE for the QR codes or use one of the options below to make an online donation. You may also send cash or a check to the office. Please be sure to indicate “Greendale Middle School” in the memo and submit donations by February 3. Any additional funds raised will support other Greendale Middle School events and staff appreciation efforts.
Donation Options:
Venmo: @AMCoffeeCo
CashApp: $aaronhale50
PayPal: paypal.me/amcoffeeco
Thank you for helping us spread some cheer and support our amazing GMS staff! Comment end